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Microsoft Introduces Generative AI Model for Gameplay
Phil Spencer, CEO of Microsoft Gaming / Dom Matthews, Studio Head of Ninja Theory / Katja Hofmann, Senior Principal Researcher and Lead of the Game Intelligence Team © Microsoft

Microsoft Introduces Generative AI Model for Gameplay

In a recent announcement, Microsoft unveiled Muse, a generative gameplay AI model that promises to open up new possibilities in gaming and game development. It is intended to be used for faster creative ideation and to make older games available again. Xbox has presented Muse, a generative AI model for
By Marcel Kleffmann 2 min read
NRW Launches Funding for Games Tackling Fake News, Hate, and Extremism
At the Games Summit in November, NRW Media Minister Nathanael Liminksi, seen here next to Walid Nakschbandi of the Film- und Medienstiftung NRW (2nd from left), announced additional funding. The call for funding applications has now been launched. © (Archive image) Robin Teller

NRW Launches Funding for Games Tackling Fake News, Hate, and Extremism

The Film- und Medienstiftung NRW has issued an additional call for funding for games and interactive media that, among other things, focus on the prevention of extremism, particularly Islamism. The funding comes from a special budget, with potential grants exceeding those available for standard game prototypes. In November, North Rhine-Westphalian
By Stephan Steininger 1 min read
38 Locations in GSA Confirmed for Global Game Jam
The Global Game Jam by The Länd in Karlsruhe in 2024 was probably the largest GGJ in Germany, and it will take place again in 2025 © MFG Baden-Württemberg

38 Locations in GSA Confirmed for Global Game Jam

As of now, slightly fewer locations in Germany have registered compared to last year. Among the participants are numerous universities, as well as hubs like Gamerei, R42, and Lab4u. Several studios, including InnoGames, Kolibri Games, and Limbic, are also joining the event. This year's Global Game Jam (GGJ)
By Stephan Steininger 2 min read